Walks In Florence And Its Environs V2 (1884)

""Walks in Florence and Its Environs"" is a travel guidebook written by Susan Horner and published in 1884. The book is divided into two volumes, and it provides a comprehensive guide to the city of Florence and its surrounding areas. The first volume of the book covers the historic center of Florence, including detailed descriptions of the city's major landmarks, such as the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery, and the Ponte Vecchio. The book also includes information about lesser-known sites, such as the Boboli Gardens and the Brancacci Chapel. The second volume of the book focuses on the surrounding areas of Florence, including the Tuscan countryside and nearby towns such as Fiesole and Pisa. The book provides detailed walking tours of these areas, highlighting their history, art, and architecture. Throughout the book, Horner provides historical context and cultural insights, making the guidebook not only a practical resource for travelers but also a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Florence and Tuscany. Overall, ""Walks in Florence and Its Environs"" is an indispensable guide for anyone planning a trip to this beautiful and historic region of Italy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.